Dwarf French Bean Faraday

Faraday is a top-notch dwarf French bean that’s as easy to grow as it is to enjoy. It produces a heavy crop of slim, straight pods with a slight sheen, each about 12–15cm long. The pods grow high on the plant, making picking a breeze. Best of all, they’re absolutely delicious — tender, full of flavour, and perfect for everything from salads to stir-fries. Sow Faraday from early spring to late summer for a steady supply of top-quality beans.

SOW: seed depth 40-50mm – start these off in pots in an unheated greenhouse or on a window during April or May.  You can sow directly into the soil but wait until mid-May as they really do not like cold soil.  You can also sow in July (or August in mild areas) and for a crop in early to mid-autumn time.

GROW: plant out after hardening off when about 15cm tall after all frost danger has passed. Faraday is a dwarf variety and should not need any support unless your plot is in a very windy location.  French Beans are self-pollinating.  They cope well with drier summers

ENJOY: these fine, slim beans are delicious.  Lightly steam them and try serving with a dash of lemon to bring out their flavour.  All French beans freeze well.